Mannerism (Style and Civilization)
Mannerism (Style and Civilization) by John Shearman is a detailed exploration of the Mannerist movement, published by Penguin Books on February 23, 1978. This first paperback edition spans 224 pages and is presented in English. The book examines the concept of Mannerism as an expression of elegant style, highlighting its manifestations in various art forms, including the works of Bronzino and Benvenuto Cellini, as well as its influence on sixteenth-century music, literature, and architecture.
Readers will find a comprehensive analysis of Mannerism that emphasizes its unique characteristics and cultural significance. Shearman’s essay provides a broad yet concise overview, connecting the intricate details of art and design with the broader artistic landscape of the time. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of art and civilization during the Mannerist period.
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“Manierismo was the extreme consciousness of elegant style for its own sake, a passion which unites the cold narcissistic nudes of Bronzino, the elaborate chiselling of Benvenuto Cellini’s salt-cellar, and the water-games in a duke’s garden. Shearman’s essay ranges across sixteenth-century music, literature and architecture as well as art: it is a model of breadth and concision.” – Observer
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